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The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, a working port

During the early 70’s greater public access was demanded as a wider use of this historic harbour and acted upon. This historic docklands is now a tourist hub, with many attractions, such as the world-renowned Aquarium, The Clock Tower, Time Ball Tower, Imax (movie theatre),The Dragon Tree, Robben Island Embark station Building, Seal Landing, Breakwater Prison, South African Maritime Museum and the Chavonnes Battery to name but a few.

The Port of Cape Town has been the scene of excavations, reclamations, harbour constructions and based developments since its origins in 1860. Since Queen Victoria’s second son, Prince Alfred, recognized the possibilities for future growth, because of the trade routes to the East, there was no stopping the transformation of the city into a hive of seafront activities.

Changes still continue today, after constant changes over the 140 year history of Cape Town harbour, that residential properties within the harbour is not unfamiliar.

The is the perfect tourist attraction right through the year, catering for all 4 seasons, making you feel relaxed and at the same time having the time of your life!

View a virtual tour of the Waterfront